Siem Reap’s Best Venues to Celebrate Christmas in 2018

Step into Christmas in style this year, with Siem Reap’s festive offerings for everyone to enjoy. Siem Reap embraces the traditions of this special time of year, adopting customs from the home countries of its many visitors from around the world. Enjoy visits from Santa Claus himself, stunning Christmas tree displays, colourful decorations, all our favourite treats and many tantalising new flavours to discover. With so many seasonal celebrations, from gala dinners and extravagant parties to elegant fine dining and family-friendly fun, you’ll wish it could be Christmas every day!

Christmas Eve – Le Grand Buffet de NoelTaste extravagant dishes, such as Brittany Oysters, Alaska King Crab and Korubuta Pork loin along with free-flowing Prosecco throughout the evening. Live music and a visit from Santa Claus will keep the whole family smiling.

Christmas Eve Dinner by Eric BerrigaudIndulge in this spectacular six-course dinner! The fusion festive set menu, imagined by French Chef, Eric Berrigaud, includes Royal Lobster sushi and Oscietra Caviar, Motoyaki oysters and Miso mayonnaise. Live entertainment will be provided by guitarist Diego Dimarques.

When: December 24, from 6pmCost: $120++ six course dinner including a glass of Taittinger Champagne and wine pairingReservations: Booking formMore Info: Facebook

Christmas Day – Le Brunch de NoelExperience flavours from around the world and enjoy live cooking stations serving braised Australian beef short rib, Foie Gras, the traditional Christmas turkey and free-flow of Taittinger Champagne. A duet will be there to entertain guests in true Christmas spirit.

The Night Before ChristmasUsher in the most wonderful day of the year at our famous Christmas Eve Buffet. Enjoy all your seasonal favourites at a festive free-flow buffet, spread over 3 restaurants, with live cooking stations.

A Festive BrunchCelebrate with family, friends and loved ones while enjoying a magical free-flow brunch, spread over 3 restaurants, complete with live cooking stations and all your seasonal favourites.

Christmas Eve DinnerThis thoughtfully designed 5-course set menu inspired by the festive season is sure to delight. Each main ingredient comes from organic and local produce. A visit from Santa Claus completes the evening, so bring your camera to capture the special moments.

Christmas Day DinnerRoast turkey, Christmas ham, cheeses, Stollen and Yule log cakes are just a few of the highlights of this festive celebration in The Dining Room. Santa Claus will make his rounds to ensure everyone is having a good time.

Celebrate Christmas Eve in paradise at Navutu Dreams Resort! The evening will take its inspiration from ‘Indochina’ with a traditional showcase of Cambodian dance performances as well as a captivating musical performance. Be ready to see an Apsara dance, one of the highest art forms in Cambodia and be serenaded with a soothing traditional Cambodian music. Tantalize your taste buds with an appetizing menu of delights featuring the best of Asian and International cuisines.

Make it a truly unforgettable Christmas with Navutu Dreams’ overnight packager for US$310++, including room, breakfast & Christmas gala dinner for two.

These inspired offerings include holiday staples like turkey and pumpkin, prepared with fresh Cambodian ingredients and spices, creating unique flavours not to be missed. The wine pairing option includes French wines from the Pays D’Oc.

Celebrate memories with friends with a tempting six-course menu at Khéma Angkor. Try Pacific Oyster with salmon roe, terrine de fois gras and roasted pigeon with fondant potato and broccoli gratin. You will be able to choose our rooftop with a live band or in our cozy aircon area.

Christmas Eve DinnerDiners will be welcomed to this celebration dinner with a Kir Royal before sitting down to enjoy a five-course menu featuring Alaska Scallop served with Cambodian flowers and grilled duck breast, ending with a strawberry and chocolate delicacy.

While indulging in our delicacies, don’t forget to watch the unique and magical Apsara dance performance; a classical Khmer performance art inspired by the water and cloud spirit of Hindu and Buddhist mythology.

Christmas Day LunchChristmas Day calls for a fabulous lunch or dinner for all the family, which culminates in a dessert of Christmas fruit tart served with Brandy ice cream. A house cocktail is also included.

Enjoy a mouth-watering Christmas Eve BBQ Buffet with the whole family, with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, followed by a Christmas buffet, featuring festive favourites such as roast turkey and Christmas log cake. Santa will bring gifts for the little ones.

When: December 24, from 7pmCost: $25, children under 12 half price and under 6s go freeReservations: 063 968 456 or h9914-fb@accor.comMore Info: Facebook

To reserve the hotel’s special overnight package for $312, which includes daily buffet breakfast for two people, poolside Christmas Eve dinner for two people and 20% off food and non alcoholic beverages (50% off for children under 12) free kids club access and a complimentary ice cream, contact the hotel direct.

Choose from a sumptuous set menu in Ember restaurant, including Kep crab bisque and traditional turkey platter, or a deluxe interactive buffet in Spice Circle Restaurant, featuring Pacific oysters, a flambee station serving seafood delights and a surf and turf station. Live music will be sure to complete the ambience.

When: 7.30pm on both Christmas Eve and Christmas DayCost: $240 per person for either the set menu or buffet.Reservations: Elisabeth.hermelin@belmond.comMore Info: 063 963 390

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